[Grammy]

"Considering the cost of vanilla extract in the grocery store and what a small amount you get, $2.50 per bean doesn’t seem that high - and once you make it and seal and store properly, it’s going to last a very long time."

I have paid between $10-$15 per ounce. It depends greatly on the bean types but they run maybe 8-15 beans per ounce. The way to get good vanilla is to plan 1 ounce of beans per cup of liquor. Once your vanilla has aged sufficiently, you can transfer it to a new bottle and use the beans again. My favorite so far is the vanilla I made in a locally distilled bourbon. It's fun to see what the different beans create.

[Cvengr]

About $1/oz in Tijuana, BC Mexico in 12oz bottles.

[Jamestown1630]

Thanks!